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as in to search
to go into or range over for purposes of discovery we must continue to explore the depths of the ocean

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Recent Examples of explore That conversation set me off on a journey, deep into the world of generative AI and agentic systems, exploring how these technologies could bring clarity, efficiency and even intelligence to a space often buried in static documents and regulatory red tape. Chidambaram Bhat, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025 Since then, Morehead City has become a laidback landing spot for tourists looking to explore the waters and beaches of the Crystal Coast. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025 The Next 3 Billion is dedicated to exploring the forces accelerating economic and societal prosperity across the world’s most ascendant regions. Semafor Events, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025 This has led Chinese automakers to explore manufacturing their cars in Europe. Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for explore
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  • Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the fatal dog attack and a report is being prepared for the coroner.
    Latoya Gayle, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Federal safety regulators are investigating nearly 300,000 Chrysler minivans over reports of steering malfunctions that officials said could lead to a crash.
    Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
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  • Every bag and piece of equipment that comes through security on Sunday will be scanned and thoroughly searched.
    Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
  • To search the restaurant inspections, type in a keyword or restaurant name.
    Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Immediately after the ball landed, Boone emerged from the dugout and asked crew chief Adrian Johnson to examine the bat.
    Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Mayoral race spotlights local option taxes The City Council authorized a $200,000 contract with the Citizens Research Council of Michigan earlier this year to examine the feasibility of local option taxes.
    Malachi Barrett, Freep.com, 5 Sep. 2025

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“Explore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explore. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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